Fayette County Schools has numerous school sites providing meals this summer as well as a few Lexington Public Library branches. Families can find additional community meal sites by texting or calling: Additional Food Available this Summer Lexington Public Library – Join us for exciting activities that will keep your family engaged in learning all summer […]
There are many great places to get wet in Kentucky! From splash parks to aquatic centers it’s a great time to enjoy time with your family and explore a new place! Lexington Lexington is home to six aquatic centers. Aquatic facilities include play areas for children, slides, bathhouses and concession stands. All pools accept cash, […]
Juneteenth, also known as Emancipation Day, occurs annually on June 19. It is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth’s commemoration is on the anniversary date of June 19, 1865, when Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger led a force of soldiers to Galveston, Texas, to deliver General Order […]
LemonAiD Days supports local homeless children while empowering young people to make a positive difference in our community. By operating a LemonAiD stand during the month of July, kids raise money that supports children staying at The Salvation Army’s Emergency Homeless Shelter in Lexington. HOMELESSNESS IN THE BLUEGRASS Last year The Salvation Army was […]
LexArts Cultural Pass is a program that provides free access to many of Lexington’s arts and culture institutions for youth grades K-12. It encourages students to continue their education in the arts to avoid summer learning loss. The LexArts Cultural Pass is valid for admission at participating venues for Summer 2025. Cultural Pass is a partnership […]
Celebrating Kentucky’s Signature Industry – FREE Event! Hats Off to Kentucky’s Horse Industry Day is a celebration of the horse and its impact on the state of Kentucky. The day offers fun family activities including arts and crafts for children, horse and pony rides for children and adults, interactive educational booths and a thrilling equestrian […]
During the LexArts HOP, thousands of locals and visitors alike converge on downtown Lexington to celebrate art throughout the evening with new gallery exhibitions and special arts events. With dozens of galleries and non-traditional exhibit spaces, the LexArts HOP is arguably Lexington’s most anticipated visual arts celebration, and it happens on the third Friday of […]
Summer Playground Days provides safe, engaging programming in neighborhood parks in Lexington. Events are recommended for children ages 5 and up. Each day, Parks and Recreation staff will visit the parks and host a variety of engaging and educational activities. Activities include recreational sports, make-and-take arts and crafts, STEM projects, supervised playground play, and the […]
Ballet Under the Stars, Lexington’s premier outdoor dance celebration, allows the community to experience a night of professional ballet at Woodland Park. Details July 30 – August 3, 2025 (performances each night)Gates open: 6 p.m. | Preshow: 8 p.m. | Main Curtain: 9 p.m. $9 per person (including tax); children 3 and under are admitted […]
17th Annual Kentucky Highland Renaissance FestivalThemed Weekends!!May 31st – July 20th, 2025 Weekends Only10:00am – 7:00pm Festival Site Address: 955 Elm St Eminence, KY 40019 ADVANCE DISCOUNT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW at www.kyrenfaire.com
Enjoy Summer Fun in Lexington and Central KY with the Summer Fun Guide! Links to all the best events, lists of Summer Movies, Summer Reading Programs, VBS listings and more! Summer Bucket List! I love making forever memories with my kids and summer is a great time to do just that! My Central Kentucky Summer […]
Get FREE Bowling ALL Summer with Kids Bowl Free!! Registered Kids Receive 2 FREE GAMES Of Bowling Each Day Of The KBF Program All Summer Long! More than 1,500 bowling centers around the globe provide 2 FREE Games of bowling each day to kids during the Spring and Summer. This program is designed by bowling centers to […]
Summer P-EBT is a benefit available to Kentucky families. Eligible school-aged children can get $120 per child to buy groceries during the summer. Summer P-EBT/SUN Bucks may have a different name depending on your location. Families can receive Summer P-EBT on top of other benefits like SNAP and WIC, and children can continue to enjoy […]
May is Bike Month! May is National Bike Month! Bike Month celebrates riding a bicycle – for transportation, for exercise, for fun – while reminding drivers that the road is shared space for all. Drivers are reminded to slow down and pay attention to their neighbors on the road. Bike Month will include in-person, virtual, […]
The Bluegrass Fair Returns and Springs into Summer June 5-15th, 2025 The Lexington Lions Club is thrilled to announce the 64th annual Bluegrass Fair at Lexington’s Masterson Station Park, for eleven unforgettable nights of entertainment featuring an exciting new line-up with three captivating acts that have appeared on national television shows like America’s Got Talent, […]